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Elise Gagne Obituary
Holden - Elise Marie Gagne, 25, of Holden passed away on Saturday, December 15, 2012 in the loving arms of her parents at Boston Children's Hospital, after an illness.
Elise was born in Worcester on August 25, 1987. After residing in Rutland she moved with her family to Holden in 1991. Elise attended the Assabet Valley Collaborative School for 19 years, completing the program in 2009. Since then she has attended Seven Hills Academy in Devens.
Elise loved all Disney music, especially Mary Poppins; Dr. Seuss books, her tons and tons; and her computer. She travelled to Bermuda, Canada, visited Disney World, the Grand Canyon, Arizona and Martha's Vineyard. Elise loved horseback riding, always was smiling and never complained.
She leaves behind her loving parents Dr. James and Marybeth (White) Gagne of Holden; her big little brothers, Patrick Gagne of Phoenix, AZ; and her dog, Kramer who misses her greatly. She also leaves Uncles and Aunts, Philip and Debbie White of Spencer, Thomas and AnnMarie White of Worcester and Andrew and Judy White of Rochdale and Dr. Raymond and Margaret Chagnon of Farmington, CT; her cousins, Matthew, Danny,Derek, Tim, Mike, Dennis, Christine, Brian, Patrick, Braeden White and Ross Chagnon and her best friend, Colin McCarthy of Holden. Elise was predeceased by her grandparents, Victor and Sophie Gagne and George and her "Huff Huff" Barbara White, who died this year before Elise, who is waiting in Heaven to receive her.
A Funeral will be held Thursday, December 20, from CALLAHAN AND FAY BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 61 Myrtle St., Worcester with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM in St. Mary's Church, 114 Princeton St., Jefferson. Burial will be in Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton. Visiting Hours are Wednesday, December 19 from 4 to 7 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to, Assabet Valley Collaborative, Attn: Karen Laskey, 57 Orchard St., Marlboro, MA 01752.
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Memories and Condolences
for Elise Gagne
Sponsored by Jim & Marybeth Gagne, Mom and dad.
Mom
December 11, 2021
Seems like just yesterday yet seems like forever. I love the hearts you keep sending my way. I think of you all the time, and I always will. You were and are the best.
Adriana Canavan
December 13, 2020
Many years have passed since we've said goodbye to our Elise. Those of us in the classroom who were privileged to have known her, remember her frequently. We smile, we laugh and we share a common bond with these memories. They keep us inspired and will always be with us. God Bless this Beautiful Angel and her loving family. Adriana
Marybeth Gagne
December 12, 2020
I’m so touched that after 8 years people lovingly remember Elise and share their memories with us. We still miss her greatly. It doesn’t get easier, maybe a little softer. She showed people that everyone deserves to be treated with kindness. Despite all the challenges Elise faced she loved life. We lost a piece of our heart forever.
Nathalie Gibson
December 11, 2020
Still very much missed.
sam alkhoury
December 11, 2020
I am sure she is with the angels now! may God bless her sole, I saw her last in my office and tried to take an xray with Jim on her. It is amazing to see the LOVE that was surrounded with. I was very touched with what Jim did that day.
adriana canavan
December 11, 2019
Elise was such a joy! After these several years she continues to make me smile whenever I think how endearing and delightful she was in our classroom. I still reminisce with the staff who shared these happy times... and feel very blessed and honored to have been part of Elise's life. God Bless her Wonderful Family, Adriana
December 16, 2014
Elise, my beautiful angel. My heart is still broken. I love when I get see a sign from you, but I know you are always with me. Miss you so much, love, love, love, Mom
Tracy Cooney
December 3, 2014
Sending hugs
Nancy Kerr
December 3, 2014
So very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to all of you.
From another Mom who knows.
December 3, 2014
from a mom who understands!
peace to your hearts
Mom
December 16, 2013
Elise, my beautiful angel,I miss you every moment of every day. It does not get any easier. I love feeling your presence around me when I hear songs you love,or see hearts in unusual places. We were so lucky to have you here with us for 25 years, but I wish I had 25 more. if love could have saved you, you would have lived forever. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE. 12/15/13
Joan Siegel
August 24, 2013
Thinking of you, and your beautiful little angel. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
leigh pranckevicius
August 23, 2013
Elise was such a beautiful girl, inside and out. I am sending my love and support to all of you.
Ann Barriere
August 21, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Karen & Joe Miller
January 16, 2013
It was so sad to hear of the loss of your Elise. May you all find your peace to help you through. May her memories fill your lives with heartfelt faith.
Marybeth Gagne
January 14, 2013
Elise, I can't believe it's been a month since you left Earth for a better place. Dad, Patrick, Kramer and I miss you terribly. It's too quiet without Mary Poppins playing in the background, I keep turning your tons and tons for you. Until we meet again, LOVE,LOVE,LOVE.....forever your Mom
Jerry & Gail Trombly
January 14, 2013
Dr. Gagne: Words can't express the sorrow we feel for the loss of your daughter. We will continue to keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Evelyn Lindsay
January 2, 2013
Dr. & Mrs. Gagne,
I am sorry for your loss. May the wonderful memories of Elise provide some comfort to you and your family at this difficult time.
With sympathy,
December 25, 2012
Very Sorry to hear about Elise passing. She is now in a better place.
December 21, 2012
So sorry to read about the loss of your beautiful little girl. You were such a great Mom Marybeth. I hope that you and your family can find peace during this holiday season. Keeping you in my prayers. Linda McGuirk
Kelly (McNamara) Cortesi
December 20, 2012
Marybeth~I'm so sorry for your loss.
Fran and Libby Rutigliano
December 20, 2012
Dr Gagne and Family
We are so sorry to hear of Elise's passing. May she rest in peace.
December 19, 2012
Our hearts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. The Blash Family
Kathleen and Robin Davidson
December 19, 2012
To the Gagne Family,
We were saddened to learn of the passing of Elise. Please accept our thoughts and prayers to help you through this loss.
Ronald Dion
December 19, 2012
Dear Gagne family,
On behalf of the Dion Family we send our
sincere condolences.
December 19, 2012
Dear Dr.and Mrs. Gagne, Patrick and Kramer,
It was a gift to have known Elise. Warren Haynes has a song that says "You have to let your soul shine--it's better than sunshine, moonshine..." Elsie let her soul shine. Thanks for sharing her radiance and showing us unsedlfish devotion and undying love. I wish you peace. Her grandmother came down with those eagles to bring straight her to heaven.
Sincerely, Kathleen Callahan RN @ Childrens
Chris Bartzokis
December 19, 2012
Dear Jim,
I know we have lost touch over the years, but please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time. My heartfelt condolences to you.
December 19, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss. Elise was a good friend to my son Richard, who attended the Devens program with her. Elise will be greatly missed. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless--Sharon and Richard Blood
Cindy and Evan Graber
December 19, 2012
Marybeth, Jim, and Patrick--We just learned last night of Elise's passing--we know she was a precious light in your lives and that you will miss her greatly. We hope you find comfort and peace in memories of her very special love and life.
Christophe Gerard
December 18, 2012
Dear Gagne family,
Please accept my sincere condolences.
Bonnie Dwyer
December 18, 2012
Marybeth and Family, I am so very saddened to hear of Elise's passing. I will remember her fondly. She was so blessed to have such a loving and devoted Mom, Dad and brother to guide her through her life. I hope you can find peace in knowing that you couldn't have done a better job, and that she will always be with you in your hearts. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
Sam Alkhoury
December 18, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss...I am not sure to say, but I know how much you both loved her...
John and Gloria St.Denis
December 18, 2012
Dr. Gagne,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during these sad times.
December 18, 2012
Marybeth and Family...so sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers continue to be with you during this most difficult time.
Tim & Judi Healy, Hampton Beach
Maryellen Scavone
December 18, 2012
Marybeth,
I was so saddened to hear about Elise. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Richard Dumas
December 18, 2012
Dear Jim, Marybeth, and Patrick.We are greatly saddened by the loss of your Elise. We applaud your dedication and care that you all gave to her. Elise's happiness came from your endless love for her.
Sincerely
Dick and Gerrie Dumas and family.
Carl Risso
December 18, 2012
Dear Marybeth and Family,
Elise's beautiful smile has been missed. She is now a beautful Angel watching over her family.
Vickie and Carl Risso (7 Hills)
Chris Quinn
December 18, 2012
Marybeth and family,
We are very sorry for your loss.
Elise will be in our thoughts and prayers.
The Quinn Family
Debi Lomuscio-Rosebrooks
December 18, 2012
Marybeth and Family, so very sorry for your loss, Elise is now in a place of comfort surrounded by others who love and cherish her for the beautiful young woman she is.
Holly&Ashley Pajari
December 18, 2012
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Margery Orr
December 18, 2012
Marybeth and Family,
Deep and sincere sympathy to you during this difficult time.
Carol Dugard
December 18, 2012
Mary Beth and Family, I'm writing this on behalf of our daughter Angela. Her and Elise were classmates early on in their lives. We are all so sorry to hear about Elise. Angie and Elise are both so similar so this has hit us hard but when we look at this picture of Elise we can't help but have tears in our eyes but her smile has put a huge smile on our faces. She is truly an Angel and you are right a new angel is now in heaven.
Angela, Carol, Ed and Jacob Dugard
December 18, 2012
Mary Beth and family;
You are in our thoughts....
The Eddy Family
Bill, Margaret, Brian and Brendan
Johnna Carlson
December 18, 2012
Jim, Marybeth and Pat, Our deepest condolences to you. Elise touched so many lives and her sweetness would always light up a room. A new angel is in heaven. The Carlson Family
December 18, 2012
MaryBeth, Jim, and Pat,
Our prayers are with you and the new angel at God's side.
Carolan and David Kasper
December 18, 2012
Dear Marybeth & family, we are truly saddened to hear of Elise's passing. Our heartfelt condolences & prayers are being sent to you all. We are truly blessed to have known Elise, especially Ashley, since the early collaborative days. Elise will always be in our thoughts. God bless you all~The Howarth Family, Ron, Jean, Ashley & Andrew
Rose Hallen & Jay Flannery
December 18, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss! May you cherish the memories that Elise gave you and know that she is in a better place.
A Mom
December 18, 2012
Although I do not personally know you your daughter sounds like an amazing person. May god be with you all during this difficult time & may Elise rest in peace.
December 18, 2012
We are so saddened to hear of the loss of your sweet Elise. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Love, John and Dianne Young and family
Beverly White
December 18, 2012
Dear Marybeth and Jim,
Bob and I were sorry to hear of the loss
of your daughter Elise.
Please accept our heart felt condolences
to you and your family.
Love Beverly and Bob
Leigh Pranckevicius
December 17, 2012
Marybeth, Jima nd Patrick,
We are at a lose for words during this difficult time. Please know we are thinking of you and praying for peace and comfort. Elise was so sweet and will be missed. Know you have your own angel in heaven. With love Leigh John Josh and Ellie
Julie Anders
December 17, 2012
Jim and family, We are so sad to read about your loss. We can see by the comments here that Elise was and is a beautiful angel. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Brian and Julie Anders
a mom
December 17, 2012
So sorry to read of the loss of your beautiful daughter. may you find strength and peace in the days ahead and may she fly on eagles wings.
Alaine Condon
December 17, 2012
Marybeth and Family,
I am truly sorry to hear about the loss of Elise. She has been really missed since she's been gone from the program. She definitely put a smile on everyone's face, especially when she smiled and laughed!
My Sincere Condolences,
December 17, 2012
Marybeth and Jim,
She will always be in our hearts!!
Love you,
Bill and Barbara Sparks
Lisa Pixley
December 17, 2012
Please know that although we knew Elise for such a short time, it was an honor to have met you both and to have cared for such a beautiful person. WIth heavy hearts for you, Lisa (one of the ICU nurses)
December 17, 2012
Marybeth, Jim and Pat,
We are all so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Elise was a special girl, gone too soon.
The Pappas Family
December 17, 2012
Marybeth and family,
We at Devens Day Habilitation are so sorry to hear of Elise's passing. She was a unique and amazing young woman. We are truly blessed that we had a chance to know her.
Sincere Condolences,
Laura Seppa
Sue (Jones) Stowe
December 17, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Elise many years ago at Assabet Valley. I remember her as a beautiful young girl from a wonderful family. I will always rmember her bright smiles. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Andrew Stratis
December 16, 2012
Dear Jim and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
My prayers are with you and your family.
December 16, 2012
I will always remember beautiful Elise and how honored I was to be a part of her life. God bless her wonderful family.
Nathalie Gibson
December 16, 2012
Marybeth, Jim & Pat,
No words that I write or say can ease your pain and heartache at this time. Elise was one in a million. Everyone who entered her life was touched and forever changed. Every "FLAG" I see will FOREVER hold that special meaning and "LOVE LOVE" to me and to those that knew her. The road ahead will be tough but please reach out to all of us around you. A bright light gone too soon.
Sincere Condolences and Prayers,
Nathalie & Tyrell
Denise Knepper-Corcoran
December 16, 2012
Dear Marybeth and Family. I am so sadden to hear of Elise's passing. May she now rest in peace.
Gail Miller
December 16, 2012
Elise was a special young lady. She will always be remembered by me whenever I see a flag or Dr. Suess. My prayers are with you and your family
Gail Miller
December 16, 2012
So sorry to hear this news. She was a special young lady.
December 16, 2012
so very sad to hear this news. She was a special person and loved by many.
Louanne Greene
December 16, 2012
Marybeth and family, So sorry for your loss. I thought of Elise the other day when I heard 99 Luft balloons (German) on the radio..My thoughts and prayers are with you...
Nelson and Gerolomo Family
December 16, 2012
To the Gagne Family,
Sending our prayers. May God bless you at this sad time.
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